1960 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44.
Because 2005 Morgan 44 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | DS | 44 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |